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Cambridge to Nottingham train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cambridge to Nottingham, starting from £9.15 and averaging £16.60. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 2m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Mon, Aug 11
From £16.60
Tue, Aug 12
From £16.60
Wed, Aug 13
From £11.05
Thu, Aug 14
From £16.60
Fri, Aug 15
From £16.60
Sat, Aug 16
From £16.60
Sun, Aug 17
From £9.15

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:15 Cambridge	07:50 Nottingham	2h 35m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:10 Cambridge	08:36 Nottingham	2h 26m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:57 Cambridge	09:23 Nottingham	2h 26m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:22 Cambridge	09:38 Nottingham	2h 16m, No direct	Find Tickets
08:19 Cambridge	10:37 Nottingham	2h 18m, No direct	Find Tickets
09:00 Cambridge	11:21 Paris	2h 21m, No direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Cambridge to Nottingham train route details

First train

05:15

Last train

23:53

Departure station

Cambridge

Arrival station

Nottingham

Journey time

2h 2m

Distance

76 miles

Price

£9.15*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Northern, Greater Anglia

How to book cheap train tickets from Cambridge to Nottingham

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Cambridge to Nottingham during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Cambridge to Nottingham, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cambridge to Nottingham ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Cambridge to Nottingham more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Cambridge to Nottingham train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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